Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lbw
Noun
/ˌɛlˌbiːˈdʌbəljuː/
Definition
LBW stands for ‘Leg Before Wicket’. It is a rule in cricket that determines if a batsman is out when the ball hits their leg (or body) before hitting the bat.
Examples
- The bowler appealed for lbw after the ball struck the batsman’s pad.
- If the ball pitches outside leg stump, the batsman cannot be given lbw.
- The decision to call lbw can often be controversial among players.
Meaning
The LBW rule is designed to prevent a batsman from using their body to block the ball from hitting the stumps. If the conditions are met, the batsman can be declared out by the umpire.
Synonyms
- Dismissal
- Out
- Leg Before
